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Is ‘Dan Da Dan’ the Future of Mainstream Anime?

Rolling Stone
Story by Christopher CruzDecember 19, 2024 • 4:26 PM
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In the zany world of 'Dan Da Dan,' a boy and girl's reluctant romance is threatened by a granny demon's genital theft, hinting at the future of mainstream anime.
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  • The anime series 'Dan Da Dan' is generating major buzz, with Netflix snapping up global rights in a blockbuster deal that could redefine the genre's crossover potential.
  • The show's director, Kenji Fujishima, promises a 'Scott Pilgrim'-esque blend of romance, comedy, and over-the-top supernatural elements, aiming to hook a mainstream audience beyond hardcore anime fans.
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Kenji Fujishima, Netflix, 'Dan Da Dan', 'Scott Pilgrim'
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